News Archive: Plant & Soil Sciences
USDA Innovation Grant bale grazing study yielding positive results in Kentucky

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Aimee Nielson
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"Bale grazing is a winter-feeding method where we set bales out directly on pasture and feed in a planned, controlled manner." Greg Halich
New UK study could help fight food insecurity

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Jordan Strickler
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A University of Kentucky researcher is leading a study that could help combat food insecurity.
Bruce and Jeremy Benson receive UK Wheat Service Award

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Jordan Strickler
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Webster County grain farmers Bruce and Jeremy Benson have been named the 2023 University of Kentucky Wheat Science Group’s Service Award recipients.
UK researchers finding ways to make crops more prolific, saving farmers money

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Jordan Strickler
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University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment researchers could be onto something big for maximizing crop efficiency and reducing nitrogen applications, saving farmers money.
2023 Kentucky Crop Health Conference registration opens Nov. 1

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Aimee Nielson
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The University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is committed to educating agricultural industry professionals about integrated pest management. In 2023, UK CAFE will offer the inaugural Kentucky Crop Health Conference.
Fall Grazing Conference to focus on profitable grazing systems

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Aimee Nielson
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Cattle producers have two opportunities this fall to learn more about profitable grazing systems, the Kentucky Fall Grazing Conference Oct. 26 in Leitchfield and Oct. 27 in Winchester.
UK to host first in-person Hemp Field Day since 2019
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Haley Simpkins
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UK researcher earns national recognition for innovative soil research

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Jordan Strickler
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Hanna Poffenbarger centers her professional work around soil management for climate-friendly agriculture. The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research recently rewarded Poffenbarger for her work improving soil quality.
Wheat Field Day is May 10

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Jordan Strickler
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UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment’s Grain and Forage Center of Excellence specialists host the annual meeting to help producers learn about the latest research and trends in wheat production.
UK researchers working with Salk Institute to develop more resilient plants
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Katie Pratt
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